Local News

Passenger rail service back on track for the Coast

The project to bring Amtrak back to South Mississippi is back on track. This afternoon, representatives from the Southern Rail Commission told the Biloxi City Council the funds for the project are close to being secured. The near $50 million…

Air travel tips

TSA got back to the basics with some tips on air travel to make checkpoints quick and easy this afternoon at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood is at the airport with more.

Coast Crime Stoppers needs help finding missing Perkinston man

The missing person case of a Perkinston man has taken a dark turn. According to Captain Ray Boggs with the Stone County Sheriff’s Department, they now believe Robert ‘Bruce’ Hariel to be in grave danger or possibly dead. Thirty-seven year-old…

Harrison County fire ratings

Some Pass Christian residents could see a fire insurance reduction. Harrison County Fire Services in district 3, station 14 at Henderson Point has now received a rating of six. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan tells News 25 the station…

Wanted for credit card fraud

Biloxi police are asking for help identifying a woman who stole a bank debit card in Biloxi. The woman was caught on surveillance video at the Biloxi Walmart on Switzer Road on February 4th. According to police, the woman stole…

Arrested for burglary of a vehicle

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 55-year-old Turhan Leviticus Ziglar of Gautier for burglary of a vehicle. The arrest is the result of an investigation into an auto burglary reported in the 700 block of Beach Blvd. Evidence obtained during the…

Mardi Gras safety

With all the parades and balls rolling this Mardi Gras season, local law enforcement are working around the clock to make sure everyone has a safe and fun time. With several more parades gearing up this week, officers say parade-goers…

New development code passes in Ocean Springs

A new development code was passed tonight by the City of Ocean Springs. After multiple public hearings and years of work, a new unified development code for the City of Ocean Springs is now in place. Carolyn Martin, the planning…

Wanted for questioning in Gulfport murder

Another subject is wanted in connection with Sunday night’s murder in Gulfport. Leila Darlene Lizana is believed to be with Eli Martinez Medina and is now wanted for questioning. She is described as a white female, 5’6”, 145 pounds with…

Saenger Theatre to undergo renovations

$1.5 Million of the City of Biloxi’s $14 million bond issue was approved to address renovations for the Saenger Theatre. These renovations will include a modification of the fly tower, roof replacement, replacing the H-VAC system, and sealing the building’s…

New direct flights coming to Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport

For those of you who enjoy traveling the friendly skies, you will have a few more options this summer. Sun Country Air announced two new direct flights that will be offered soon at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. The Gulfport-Biloxi International…

Local mayors endorse Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves for governor

A large number of South Mississippi mayors joined together on the steps of Gulfport City Hall today to announce their endorsement of Lt. Governor Tate Reeves for Mississippi governor. This includes Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes who previously faced Reeves back…

2019 Thunder over the Sound: Air and Space Show

There’s plenty of time to brace yourself and prepare for yet another magnificent air show here on the Coast. Keesler Air Force Base and the City of Biloxi are preparing for the 2019 Thunder over the Sound: Air and Space…

Wings of Freedom Tour

The Wings of Freedom Tour is a tour to honor the sacrifices made by our veterans who allow us to enjoy our freedom. With more than 2,900 airport visits across the country, Gulfport-Biloxi International was next on their list. It’s…

Gulfport Amnesty Program

Now until April 1st, the City of Gulfport is offering a chance to clear old fines through its amnesty program. Anyone with old fines or certain warrants with the Gulfport Municipal Court can pay their balance in full with cash…

Gautier Amnesty Program

The City of Gautier is offering a ‘get out of jail free’ pass for those who are willing to pay old fines in the month of March. Starting Friday, March 1st if you pay the balance in full with cash,…

Krewe of Barkloxi Parade

Wanting to find a way to help out the Humane Society of South Mississippi, the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce developed the Krewe of Barkloxi. Three years later, the pawrade has raised thousands of dollars for the animal shelter. Music, beads,…

Margaritaville Resort hosted nacho eating contest fundraiser

Over the weekend, the Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi had an interesting way to raise money for charity. The resort hosted a nacho eating contest with all proceeds benefiting the Biloxi chapter of the Tunnel to Towers charity. Eight contestants had…

Monster Jam at the Coast Coliseum

It was a busy weekend at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum with Monster Jam on the Coast. Lines were out the door all weekend for the biggest monster truck tour in the country. Monster Jam took center stage on Saturday and…

Suspect wanted in Gautier bank robbery

On Saturday, February 23, 2019, Gautier Police Officers responded to the Navigator Federal Credit Union, located at 1850 Highway 90, in reference to a robbery. Officers learned that an unknown white male entered the bank and provided a note demanding…

Mobile home fire in Harrison County

The Harrison County Fire Service, along with other fire crews, responded to a mobile home fire last around 11 p.m. The fire destroyed a home off of Mobile Street and Canal Road in Harrison County that was being renovated. No…

Gulfport man wanted for murder

A Gulfport man is wanted for murder. Police are looking for 44-year-old Eli Martinez Medina. He is accused of assaulting and killing a man last night in Gulfport. The victim, who has been identified as Frederick Plummer, was found in…

Bomb Threat

   .                                                                         On February 24, 2019, at approximately 8:15 pm, the Gulfport Police responded to the 9400 block  Highway 49 to investigate a Bomb Threat. Upon arrival, officers located a suspicious bag near the entrance of the building. The Biloxi Bomb Squad…